Letters to the Editor

I would like to provide my perspectives regarding the proposed Harvest Ridge wind project located north of Newman, based on my past experiences with wind energy projects and more than 40 years of work with a federal land management agency that involved the review and oversight of energy development on federal land.

Local Democrats worked hard during this voting cycle, but I would put more credit into the hands of President Donald Trump. I voted a straight Democratic ticket this year. My fury toward the Republican complacency in the face of all things Trump moved me to do so.

I wager I wasn't alone in my motivations. I regret that Rep. Rodney Davis held on to his office.

We can all take heart from the student turnout in the Nov. 6 midterm elections. Whether their unprecedented numbers helped or hurt your candidates, there is an important takeaway here: Students want to get informed, be involved and make a difference.

Many students are invested in our community, no matter where they come from.

David Marrone's letter to the editor from Nov. 5 shows that he hasn't understood a single actual Democratic position and that he's eager to blame whoever Trump says to blame for our problems — in this case, Nancy Pelosi.

A recent study from the Illinois Economic Policy Institute claims that by raising the state's minimum wage to $15 an hour, millions of workers would benefit with little negative effects on businesses and employment rates.

However, the institute's results are driven by a flawed methodology that downplays the consequences of wage increases.